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Emily and the youth will be available this Sunday, October 13, at the Hospitality Desk to help with setting up King Soopers Loyalty Cards, adding the ‘Text in Church’ app to your phone, or answering questions on how to set up the church as the beneficiary of purchases through Amazon Smile. Even if you don’t need help, stop by and meet some of our youth…. they are a GREAT group of young people! Thank you to Emily and her Team!!!

We have been able to purchase a much needed color copier due to the generous memorial donations to our congregation. The office staff would like to recognize and thank the families and individuals that graciously donated to the Memorial Funds of the following:

Shirley Concannon Herb and Ginger Johns Alberta and Willis Marlatt Roger Owels Eleanor and John Vick Jack Yonkees William Manion Bob Swope

Artie Dillon Jean Webb Ilene Weber Charlotte Dirks John Jacks Clara McLaughlin Jim Pickerell

October Compassion Offering: Pastor's Discretion Fund -... by Rod Edmonds One thing all of us can be extremely proud of as members of Heart of Longmont is our rich history of putting more of God's love into the world through our support of wonderful... Read more heartoflongmont.org

Methodists Helping Methodists Fund - Heart of Longmont by Rod Edmonds Did you know you, as an individual, can invest your savings through the Mountain Sky United Methodist Foundation in accounts similar to CDs and Money Markets where you will earn... Read more heartoflongmont.org

UMW Holiday Fair 2019 - Heart of Longmont The annual UMW Holiday Fair will be Saturday, November 2, from 9am to 2pm in the Gallery, Parlor, and Wesley Hall at Heart of Longmont. There will be hand made crafts, homemade bakery items, candy, a... Read more heartoflongmont.org

Items Needed for Care Packages - Heart of Longmont Hello, My name is Matthew Fushia. I am a cub scout with Pack 673. I am working on my wolf rank right now. My den and I are working on a service project to send care packages to our troops overseas. Read more heartoflongmont.org

They Make a Difference in Our Community - Heart of Longmont Facebook Twitter Google+ Gmail Print Friendly The Heart of Longmont United Methodist Church is a constant supporter of the following organizations, both through donations of goods and dollars and, in the case of Habitat for Humanity, through... Read more heartoflongmont.org

Youth Christmas Fundraiser - Heart of Longmont The Heart of Longmont Youth will be selling fresh Christmas wreaths, centerpieces, and Christmas reindeer October 13th through November 3rd. The beautiful 22-inch handmade, evergreen wreaths will be... Read more heartoflongmont.org

GET TO KNOW OUR STAFF

Meet Sandi Austin, Heart of Longmont's Print Content Manager! Hi! I'm Sandi Austin, print content/communications manager of Heart of Longmont UMC. I have such fun working here that I can't believe I've been here for over two years!  Among my duties are writing articles for the Pulse and designing posters, flyers, brochures, postcards, etc., for HoL events, in addition to creating ads for the Times-Call when we have something special coming up…like the Holiday Fair. I design the Sunday worship bulletins, get things put together for the worship leaders and liturgists, and make sure it's all in the ushers' closet each week. My time away from the church office is split between transcribing for a local paralegal and creating marketing materials for clients around Denver and across the country. My favorite freelance gig was creating menus for a chain of steakhouses in the Midwest. So fun! But most importantly, it's my family, grandkids, and pets that have my heart.  My office hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays, noon to 3 p.m., and Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon. You can reach me at sandi@heartoflongmont.org or 303-776-3523. I'm here for you if you need any posters or signs made, or even have a story idea. Don't be shy about asking!

UNITED METHODIST NEWS

Please find below a selection of articles from the United Methodist News Service: www.umnews.org

Breaking up would be hard to do | United Methodist News... Will the 2020 United Methodist General Conference bring everyone back to the table or will delegates go off in their own corners to divide the church? At issue is the denomination's now 47-year-long debate about the role of LGBTQ people in church ... Read more www.umnews.org Annual event becomes forum on church's future | United... By Sam Hodges Sept. 27, 2019 | LEAWOOD, Kan. (UM News) Other Manual Translations: 한국어 português español View More Do you have a question about The United Methodist Church? This is the place to get answers. Ask The UMC, a ministry of United... Read more www.umnews.org Congo church connects with 'street children' | United... By Philippe Kituka Lolonga Sept. 30, 2019 | BUKAVU, Congo (UM News) There are nearly 3,000 children and youth living on the streets in South Kivu. The United Methodist Church in Congo is working to build relationships - through evangelism,... Read more www.umnews.org Celebrating JFON's 20th anniversary Justice For Our Neighbors, a United Methodist immigration ministry, celebrates its 20th anniversary this month. We interviewed Rob Rutland-Brown, JFON's national executive director, to learn more. Justice for Our Neighbors is a network of... Read more www.umcjustice.org Church isn't a building: southwest Georgia congregations ... By Kara Witherow, Editor Nearly one year after Hurricane Michael destroyed parts of southwest Georgia, blue tarps still dot the landscape. Trees are scattered throughout backyards, and some residents are living in hotels instead of their homes.... Read more www.sgaumc.org BG church sells 5 acres to Habitat for Humanity Battle Ground Community United Methodist Church has finally found a use for five acres in its backyard - a Habitat for Humanity neighborhood. Evergreen Habitat for Humanity made the announcement of the sale of the parcel during its annual... Read more www.thereflector.com 'Sent in Love' - Theological Statement released by the... The United Methodist Committee on Faith and Order (CFO) has completed its work on a theological statement entitled Sent in Love: A United Methodist Understanding of the Church. This document is being sent to the 2020 General Conference for review ... Read more www.unitedmethodistbishops.org 'To be Methodist … is to be a person of the book' Through the Bible and music, the Rev. David Maldonado says United Methodist churches help ethnic and racial minorities develop their faith and talents. In an interview for Hispanic Heritage Month, this leader in Hispanic Methodism talks about the... Read more www.youtube.com

Filipino legislation calls for church unity | United... Amid various proposals to split the denomination, a group of Filipino United Methodists has submitted legislation to the 2020 General Conference that aims to preserve church unity. The plan for the denomination's future is the first such... Read more www.umnews.org Edgier movies for mainstream Christians | United... Spoiler alert: " Imprisoned," a new film set partly in a prison, is not a typical revenge movie, where the hero is abused and pushed until he goes on a spree, wreaking violence on all who have wronged him. Read more www.umnews.org Maternal care improves at church hospitals in Congo |... United Methodist Lupandilo Hospital and Shungu Clinic are now better equipped to serve the community, especially pregnant women, after extensive renovations and upgrades. The health care center received new equipment and supplies, including 46... Read more www.umnews.org Ministry is window into the world of immigrant teens They are snapshots of a new land and a new life. They are a window into the world of immigrant teenagers-photos that might show a different way of looking at things. But mostly, this display of visual expression could reveal more commonalities... Read more www.flumc.org Protecting the flock: Active shooters seminar helps... By Jessica Brodie COLUMBIA- In an active shooter situation, churches can't wait five to seven minutes for first responders to arrive. Church members are the true first responders and need to be actively engaged in protecting their own lives. Read more www.advocatesc.org Council of Bishops announces winners of Local... WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church is pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Local Initiatives Grants. The winners are: Columbia Wesley Foundation Methodist Student Network: Contact Tom H. Read more www.unitedmethodistbishops.org Three Students Selected to Speak at General Conference 2020 NASHVILLE, Tenn. Sept. 26, 2019 /Discipleship Ministries/ - Three college students who feel they have something to say to the entire United Methodist Church will represent young people from throughout the connection when they address the General... Read more www.umcdiscipleship.org

Methodists in Bahamas cope with Dorian's trauma | United ... By Linda Bloom Sept. 30, 2019 | UM News Other Manual Translations: português español View More Do you have a question about The United Methodist Church? This is the place to get answers. Ask The UMC, a ministry of United Methodist Communications, ... Read more www.umnews.org Church shines spotlight on violence against women |... By Nandipha Mkwalo Oct. 2, 2019 | DURBAN, South Africa (UM News) More than 100 United Methodists dressed in black and blue marched to say "enough is enough" in regards to rape and gender-based violence, which is on the rise in South Africa. The... Read more www.umnews.org Multicultural ministries in the midst of migration |... By Klaus Ulrich Ruof and John Calhoun Sept. 27, 2019 | STUTTGART, Germany (UM News) Other Manual Translations: português español View More Do you have a question about The United Methodist Church? This is the place to get answers. Ask The UMC, a... Read more www.umnews.org Will Willimon: Who we are is determined by the one who... "I don't trust myself, and I don't trust memoirs," Will Willimon said in talking about his new memoir, "Accidental Preacher" (Eerdmans 2019). A book focused on his own background and himself generally was not appealing to the former United... Read more faithandleadership.com Exterior, Sanctuary Of St. James Methodist Church In... Maxwell Evans/Block Club Chicago Residents raised concerns about the plan's impact on parking near the closed church at 4611 S. Ellis Ave. Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore Primary category in which blog post is published These are selected by the ... Read more blockclubchicago.org General secretary calls record-low refugee cap 'outrageous' Highlights The United Methodist Church's call to welcome refugees in our communities and congregations General secretary calls record-low refugee cap 'outrageous' Highlights The United Methodist Church's call to welcome refugees in our... Read more www.umcjustice.org Limited spots available for Exploration 2019 Exploration 2019 still has limited spots available for the Nov. 1-3 gathering at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. The event creates sacred space for young adults, ages 18-26, to be in meaningful fellowship, passionate worship... Read more www.cvent.com Preventing a United Methodist Berlin Wall | United... As the 30 th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall approaches, I am concerned that history might be repeating itself again. A second Cold War and an invisible Berlin Wall can become reality if we, as people called Methodists, do not act as... Read more www.umnews.org

UPCOMING EVENTS

New Member Café

If you have been thinking about joining the Heart of Longmont in our mission to put more of God’s love into the world, or you are just curious about our history and who we are, you are invited to join Pastor David at our New Member Café right after church on Sunday, October 13. You’ll learn about our Methodist heritage, the history of the Heart of Longmont and what it means to be a member. Participating in the Café puts you under no obligation. So, come and let’s learn together! Pizza from Abo’s Pizza will be on the menu.  Sign up sheets are on the Hospitality Desk in the Gallery.

All Church Work Day

October 19th 8am-12pm (or as much time as your able) We have inside work, cleaning, outside yard work, and small projects to do! The church has plenty of tools but it's a good idea to bring gloves, a hat, and a water bottle. Please contact John Murphy at murphyslaw229@gmail.com with any questions. P.S. Coffee and donuts at 7:30am!

November 2nd is this year’s date for UMW’s Holiday Fair! For the past several years, we have had an upscale sale – a Treasure Trove – of gently used items. Now is the time to be thinking of what you might have to donate ~ remember to ask your neighbors and friends too! We will accept donations on Sunday, October 27, in Wesley Hall. Please contact Catherine Murphy 303.356.6528 if you have any questions or need to have items picked up.

Blessing Bags Blessing Bags were assembled following the Feeding Our Souls dinner last Wednesday night. There are boxes next to the main entrance and the West airlock containing these bags – please take one or two and keep them in your car. When you see someone asking for help, offer one of these bags instead of money.

We will continue to put Blessing Bags together after Feeding Our Souls (3rd Wednesday of the month). Your donations of any of these items is greatly appreciated! Find the Blessing Bags box in the Gallery: Socks Water bottles Protein snacks Chap stick Tooth brush and paste Hand wipes Granola bars

Agape Safe Haven Needs

Agape Safe Haven is Longmont’s only sober Christian homeless ministry, which reaches out to homeless brothers and sisters by offering overnight shelter. They also provide counseling services from a licensed psychotherapist, assistance with resume writing, interviewing skills workshops, and much more. If you are interested in volunteering with this great service, please contact Communications Director Jessica Bennett at agapesafehaven.jessica@gmail.com. With the 2019-2020 winter sheltering season approaching, they are reaching out for donations of paper goods, over-the-counter meds, kitchen items, laundry items, pantry items, and bathroom cleaner items, to name a few. See below for a selection of their needs, or visit the Hospitality Desk for a printed list.

Paper towels Toilet paper Plastic cutlery  Paper Cups Trash bags Sandwich bags Reusable plastic food containers Boxes of Kleenex Band aids  Neosporin Tums Eye drops Allergy Tablets Multipurpose contact solution

Laundry Soap Fabric softener Stain remover Dryer sheets Bleach Bathroom cleaner Lysol Tub and tile cleaner Peanuts Snack crackers Cookie packages Protein bars Coffee Tea

Women's sports bras Women's t-shirts Women's sweat pants Women's socks Men's t-shirts Men's underwear Men's long socks (black and white) Hand and feet warmers Gift cards for King Soopers, Walmart, Safeway Hair cut vouchers

The Adventurer's Adult Sunday School class is beginning a new study Interrupted : When Jesus Wrecks Your Comfortable Christianity by Jen Hatmaker. We meet at 9am in room 208 upstairs . The study will run from Sept. 29 to Dec. 1 . We welcome anyone who is looking for some delicious fruit or donuts, a cup of coffee or tea, and some interesting, contemplative discussion. If you have questions, please contact Tricia Grafelman at 303-506-3678 or email her at  grafsanatomy@gmail.com .

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Worship: Sundays at 10:00 AM - Nursery available during service - Join us for coffee & fellowship before & after service Children & Youth Sunday School at 9:00 AM Adult Sunday School Classes: Adventurer’s – Room 208, 9:00 AM Faith and Reason – Room 110, 8:30 AM Horizon’s – Room 104, 8:45 AM

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Carol Barnett Office Manager Monday 9am-3pm, Tuesday 10am-2pm Wednesday 10am-3pm, Thursday 9am-2pm Devon Towry Digital Content Monday-Thursday 9am-1pm Sandi Austin Print Content Tuesday-Wednesday 12pm-3pm, Friday 9am-12pm Carol Wiggins Accounts Tuesday-Thursday 9am-3pm, Friday 9am-12pm